Verto
Aluminium, silicone
The original Verto necklace, John’s first major piece, was commissioned in 2010 by collector Tuan Lee. The name Verto is a latin word meaning change. The extruded silicone core, John’s own invention, works like a spine, allowing the piece to flex in all directions and twist into a variety of dramatic silhouettes. As the wearer moves, it moves.
Photograph by Gill Orsman
Verto has since evolved into a series of necklaces. While the basic structure remains constant, the size, colour and materials vary, making each iteration unique.
Photographs by: Chris Bulezuik, Pia Schweisser, Gill Orsman, Jon Gorrigan, Ellen Alberti, John Moore
Verto 1, 2010 - aluminium, cold enamel, silicone, steel. Private Collection - Tuan Lee. Photograph by Gill Orsman
Verto 2, 2012 - aluminium, cold enamel, silicone, steel. Private Collection - Nancy Olnick. Photograph by Pia Schweisser
Verto 1, 2010 - luminium, cold enamel, silicone, steel. Private Collection - Tuan Lee. Photograph by Gill Orsman
Lacewing 2018 - Silver, 18ct gold, diamonds, silicone, steel. Private Collection - Tuan Lee. Photograph by Jon Gorrigan
Created for the 'A World Away' video 2015 - ply wood, acrylic paint, silicone, steel. Photograph by Chris Bulezuik.
Silver & Diamond Verto, 2015 - silver, 18ct gold, diamonds, magnets, silicone, steel. Private Collection - Tiqui Atencio. Photograph by John Moore
Lacewing 2018 - silver, 18ct gold, diamonds, silicone, steel. Private Collection - Tuan Lee
Created for the 'A World Away' video 2015 - ply wood, acrylic paint, silicone, steel. Photograph by Chris Bulezuik.